How long do planning decisions take near Holcot?

The average planning decision time near Holcot is 62 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Holcot?

The planning approval rate near Holcot is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Holcot?

The most common type of planning application near Holcot is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holcot?

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Holcot, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holcot, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Holcot

Holcot is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England. The population has seen steady growth, rising from 399 residents in the 2001 census to 438 by the 2011 census, with a total of 182 households. This small community may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for potential developments in the area.

Population: 428 (2021) · Area: 529.4 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,176 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holcot.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holcot.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Holcot based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Holcot.

- 46 Moulton Road Holcot NN6 9SH
Variation of Condition 2 Plans & Removal of Condition 4 Visibility & 5 Access to allow amendment to siting & remove conditions re access & viability to 2024/5339/FULL (Demolition of two semi detached
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-02
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- 3 Moulton Road Holcot NN6 9SH
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Construction Materials) 7 (Fencing for Protection of Trees and Hedges) and 8 (CEMP) of Planning Permission 2024/4139/FULL. (Self build new 4 Bedroomed detached house on land
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Land adjacent 42 Moulton Road Holcot NN6 9SH
Non-material amendment to WND/2021/0891 Construction of detached dwelling, landscape enhancements and associated works to amend the roof of the link building to remove the roof glazing only and to con
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-09-20
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- 42A Moulton Road Holcot NN6 9SH
Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission WND/2021/0891 (Construction of detached dwelling, landscape enhancements and associated works) to relocating the road access and entrance gate
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Holcot in Northamptonshire

Holcot covers an area of approximately 529.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Holcot show an average sale price of £308,176, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Holcot a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Holcot includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Pitsford Reservoir SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Holcot

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Holcot. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Holcot may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Holcot slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Holcot were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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